Oud West, Zaanstad
NeighbourhoodThis room on Harenmakersstraat in Zaandam is a simple, affordable option in a lively part of town. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the room itself. At €550 per month, the rent is well below the average for rooms in Zaanstad, which makes it a keenly priced choice.
Oud West is a mixed, urban neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. The streets are busy with a diverse mix of residents, and the area has a lively, everyday feel. Based on the available data, there are no resident reviews to share, but the neighbourhood is home to many singles and young professionals. The average household size is small, and a large share of homes are rented. It's a practical place to live, with everything you need close by. For more context, see the Oud West neighbourhood.
Daily life here is straightforward. For groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and SPAR express is a couple of streets away. Dirk and AH XL are within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Openbare basisschool Hannie Schaft is on your doorstep, and Zaanlands Lyceum is just around the corner for secondary education. The area is well served by local amenities, and the train station is about a ten-minute walk away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Zaanstad.
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About Harenmakersstraat, Zaandam
The rent of €550 is significantly below the average for rooms in this neighbourhood, which stands at €1,200. It's also far lower than the average for all rental properties in Oud West, which is €1,984. Given the limited information available, this appears to be a keenly priced option.
The listing provides only the street name, Harenmakersstraat.
Kamernet has published only the street and price on Kamernet.
Oud West is a lively, urban neighbourhood with a mix of residents. Many households are single-person, and the area has a young feel. There are no resident reviews available, but the neighbourhood is well-equipped with shops and schools within walking distance.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €443,719 | €405,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,946 | – |
| Rent price | €1,984 p/m | €1,805 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Old neighbourhood, cosy and quiet, but I miss nature.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €430,411 | €405,467 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,876 | – |
| Rent price | €1,667 p/m | €1,539 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Living in Zaandam is like having a front-row seat to a modern Dutch fairy tale, but with a raw, industrial soul that keeps it grounded. While tourists at the station stare at the "Lego hotel", the magic for us locals lies in the quiet corners along the Zaan. The daily rhythm: in the morning you usually smell chocolate – really. Depending on the wind, the local cocoa factories (like ADM or Cargill) envelop the entire city in a warm, brownie-like scent. It's the ultimate "gezellige buurt" perk you won't find in travel guides. My favourite local spots: De Hemmes: This is my favourite "secret" spot. It's a small peninsula jutting into the Zaan. It's wild, industrial, and perfect for a sunset walk when you want to see the windmills of Zaanse Schans in the distance without the crowds of tourist buses. BIND: Located on the old Hembrug terrain, this is the heart of the community. It's an old transformer building turned into a living-room café. There's a wood stove, various rugs, and someone is always playing guitar or hosting a small art workshop. The 'Dam' (Zaandam-style): On Friday nights we go to the square by the lock. It's much more intimate than Dam Square in Amsterdam. Sitting at Wonder's or Manzo's with a beer, watching the boats sail through the Wilhelminasluis, is how we truly unwind.
Auto-translated to English by AIDaily nuisance from cockroaches moroccans, this neighbourhood has changed into an antisocial abdoela neighbourhood since 4 years.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe rest of Assendelft is difficult to reach, the neighbourhood bus only runs once an hour between 9 and 18, but otherwise it's very pleasant living here. All amenities are available, many schools, greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AINo contact with neighbours, used to have New neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AINice people who leave each other alone, but you can always turn to them when needed...
Auto-translated to English by AIReasonable, but compared to 20 years ago. Too busy with traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy feeling says that people should be nicer to each other, keep the neighbourhood tidy, and there should be less nuisance in the flat. And people can help each other to keep it tidy too.
Auto-translated to English by AIA cosy neighbourhood with lots of greenery. Unfortunately, many homes have mould and there are many loitering youths in the area. This affects safety.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €465,681 | €423,237 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,733 | – |
| Rent price | €1,665 p/m | €1,598 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Harenmakersstraat, Zaandam
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